Chief Operating and Training Officer, ets, inc.
Driving Organizational Excellence Through Practical Innovation
Bob Seemer is a powerhouse in the world of organizational transformation, bringing over 45 years of industrial engineering and Lean Six Sigma expertise to leaders in every sector. As the Chief Operating and Training Officer at ets, inc., Bob specializes in turning organizational challenges into world-class successes through strategic assessments, process re-engineering, and robust measurement systems.
Proven Results & Elite Recognition
Bob’s career is defined by helping organizations achieve the highest levels of performance. His guidance has led clients to secure some of the most prestigious honors in the field, including:
- The Deming Prize and the Baldrige National Quality Award
- The Shingo Prize for Operational Excellence
- 20 Florida Sterling Awards for performance excellence
His client list spans global industry leaders like AT&T, Merrill Lynch, Siemens, and Chase, as well as public sector pillars such as UF Health Systems, state agencies, and regional school districts.
Elite Training & Continuous Impact
A prolific educator and mentor, Bob has been a Six Sigma Master Black Belt since 1990. He is recognized for his high-volume coaching impact, having facilitated and trained more than 50 Green and Black Belt project teams annually since 1991.
- Certified Application Expert: Total Quality Management (JUSE, 1988)
- Educational Foundation: BS from Georgia Institute of Technology and MBA from the Florida Institute of Technology
- Published Author: Numerous books and manuals on process improvement
Leadership & Community
Beyond consulting, Bob actively shapes the future of professional standards. He has served on the Florida Governor’s Sterling Council board and ensures all ets, inc. courses meet the rigorous accreditation standards of IACET and ANSI.